Posted on September 12, 2012 by John Reid | 1 Comments
High in the mountains of Alberta and extending West into nearly all of British Columbia grows a plant beloved by those who’ve experienced it (and misunderstood by those who have not). The plant’s crop has traditionally played an important part in the regions culture, and local residents guard their crop locations with vigilance. I am, of course, talking about the…
As lead-up to the Mayor’s Spotlight on the Arts, several young Canmore writers are writing about the artists being recognized this year. Their articles will be featured here over the next few weeks. Local writer, Heather Walter, is serving as mentor for the project. Mary-Beth Laviolette: Champion of the Arts By Emily Pomeroy I was always struck by the fact that…
Posted on August 29, 2012 by John Reid | 0 Comments
I am an Albertan, born and bred, and there are a few things I love about my province. No provincial sales tax. The Flames/Oilers rivalry. Bold, savoury Alberta beef. That’s right, I love the fruit of the bovine. If you told me I could only eat rib-eye steak cooked Chicago-medium for the rest of my life, I’d hope to live…
By Wendy Bush Look back on our struggle for freedom Trace our present days strength to its source And youll find that mans pathway to glory Is strewn with the bones of a horse. (Anonymous) Wild Horses in our back yard? How did they get here? First of all, it took 7000 years for todays human/horse domestic union to evolve….
I was born and raised in Seebe, the little TransAlta Utilities village between the Kananaskis and Horseshoe Dams. The town no longer exists, but I have many amazing memories of this beautiful spot and it’s one of my favorite subjects. With Canada Day upon us, a particular Seebe memory came to mind. Over the years, both as an adult and…
